Dr. Paul Akerman, MD
Dr. Paul Akerman, MD is a gastroenterologist in Providence, RI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Akerman has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities The Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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33 Staniford St Providence, RI 02905Make an Appointment
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Dr. Paul Akerman, MD is a gastroenterologist in Providence, RI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Akerman has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from George Washington University...read moreGastroenterology
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George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
Medical School, 1985
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- Recipient of 15
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsGastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
82%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well6% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 4
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
78%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well3% higher than the national average
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